Eastern Illinois University (EIU), also known as Eastern, is a comprehensive public university in Charleston, Illinois, United States. It was established in 1895. Therefore, it has a long history of academic service and public education. Moreover, EIU serves thousands of undergraduate and graduate students from Illinois, across the U.S., and from other countries. As a result, the university maintains a supportive and student-centered learning environment.

In addition, the university offers a broad range of programs in education, business, arts and humanities, sciences, health, and social sciences. Furthermore, the university emphasizes teaching excellence, applied learning, and career preparation. Therefore, graduates develop strong professional skills and are well prepared for employment or advanced study.